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Consider how these cases would be handled in the United States

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Consider how these cases would be handled in the United States.  Do you think these men would be prosecuted in our system? Your discussion posting this week is about prevention and intervention in family abuse. Preventing domestic violence begins at home. Your response should include responses to the following questions:

• Why is domestic violence such an important issue in society? (consider the costs)
• How does domestic violence and prevention differ across cultures?
• Do you feel it is really possible to reduce domestic violence and other family health problems?
• How can it be reduced? Give examples from your reading or viewing. Cite scholarly sources to back up your opinions.
• What do you think are the roles of parents in preventing domestic violence?

For more information about domestic violence and some current statistics: go here (Links to an external site.)

To get a perspective of domestic violence in another culture, go here (Links to an external site.)

Your response should be at least 500 words.  Be sure to answer all parts of the discussion prompt and include references to at least two scholarly sources including outside materials you used in your response. Don't forget the in-text citations and bibliographical reference at the end of your post. Respond to at least two of your classmates postings.